1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1968 Moretti 850
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1968 Moretti 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Moretti 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Moretti 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Moretti 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 1968 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | GMC | Moretti |
| Model | Suburban | 850 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2040 mm |
