2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Moretti 850
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 632 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
