2001 GMC Safari vs. 1970 Moretti 850
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1970 Moretti 850. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 850. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1970 Moretti 850 has manual transmission. 1970 Moretti 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 1970 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | GMC | Moretti |
| Model | Safari | 850 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
