2004 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 39 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Focus | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1395 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2040 mm |
