1981 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Moretti 850
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 13 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 452 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 1981 Lada Niva 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, 1981 Lada Niva 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, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1968 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Lada | Moretti |
| Model | Niva | 850 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
