1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1970 Moretti 850
To start off, both 1970 Austin 1800 and 1970 Moretti 850 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 1800 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Moretti 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Moretti 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 1800 | 1970 Moretti 850 | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | 1800 | 850 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 30 L |