1969 Moretti SS vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS 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 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 744 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti SS 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 1969 Moretti SS. 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 (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Moretti SS | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Moretti | Honda |
| Model | SS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2741 mm |
