1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 468 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | Luce | 850S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
