1969 Moretti 850 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1969 Moretti 850 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 NSU 1000 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU 1000 C (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU 1000 C should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Moretti 850 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
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, 1963 NSU 1000 C (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 NSU 1000 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Moretti 850 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Moretti | NSU |
| Model | 850 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 44 L |
