1968 Moretti 850 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 37 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 670 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, 2005 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 850 | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Moretti | Tata |
| Model | 850 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
