1986 Buick Electra vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 780 kg more than 1967 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Moretti 850S 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 1967 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra, 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1967 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1967 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
Make | Buick | Moretti |
Model | Electra | 850S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2040 mm |