1974 Honda Life vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 479 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Moretti 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda Life (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 500 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Honda Life.
Because 1963 Moretti 500 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 1963 Moretti 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, 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, 1963 Moretti 500 (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1963 Moretti 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Honda | Moretti |
Model | Life | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |