1962 Moretti Panoramica vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 679 kg more than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Moretti Panoramica 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 1962 Moretti Panoramica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti Panoramica | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Moretti | Honda |
| Model | Panoramica | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2799 mm |
