2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850.
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 Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Exige | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 Length | 3790 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
