2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Moretti 850S 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 1967 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | Punto | 850S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
