1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 325 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Moretti 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Moretti |
| Model | 33 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
