1968 Moretti 850 vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Moretti 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850. 1979 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1968 Moretti 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Moretti 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 850 | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Moretti | Isuzu |
| Model | 850 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
