1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1989 Citroen C 15 is newer by 24 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 145 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.
Because 1965 Moretti 850 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 1965 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen C 15, 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, 1989 Citroen C 15 (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | C 15 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
