2001 Honda Insight vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 36 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Insight weights approximately 146 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 1965 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 1965 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Insight | 850 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
