2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 254 kg more than 1967 Moretti 850S. 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Elise | 850S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 954 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
