2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Moretti 850
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
