2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 MCC ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 28 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | MCC | Moretti |
| Model | ForTwo | 850S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
