1968 Moretti 850 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 780 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850. 2007 Renault Clio 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. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 850 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
