1973 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda Civic weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti Coupe 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 1965 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1973 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1965 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
