2005 Honda Z vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Moretti 850S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 258 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Moretti 850S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Z | 850S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
