1999 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Moretti 850

To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 34 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 935 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 1999 Audi A8 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, 1999 Audi A8 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850. 1999 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti 850 has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Audi A8 1965 Moretti 850
Make Audi Moretti
Model A8 850
Year Released 1999 1965
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2771 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2040 mm