2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 990 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.
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, 2003 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1967 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1967 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Holden Statesman | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
Make | Holden | Moretti |
Model | Statesman | 850S |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |