1968 Moretti 850 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Moretti 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Moretti 850 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 1968 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4, 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 850 | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Moretti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 850 | O4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
