1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Moretti 850
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 210 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 1968 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 1968 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Fiesta | 850 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
