1968 Moretti Coupe vs. 1970 Moretti 850
To start off, 1970 Moretti 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 Moretti 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Moretti 850 (36 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Moretti 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Moretti 850 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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, 1970 Moretti 850 (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Moretti 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Coupe | 1970 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | Coupe | 850 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 30 L |
