2004 MCC ForTwo vs. 1969 Moretti 850
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Moretti 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForTwo | 1969 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | MCC | Moretti |
| Model | ForTwo | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
