1973 DAF 66 vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1965 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, 1973 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | DAF | Moretti |
| Model | 66 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
