2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 41 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 368 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 1966 Moretti 850S 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 1966 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | Palio II | 850S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
