1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Moretti 850S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Life weights approximately 88 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Moretti 850S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Life (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1966 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1966 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Moretti | Honda |
| Model | 850S | Life |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
