1974 Honda Life vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti 850 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 850 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 850 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti 850 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 850. 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, 1965 Moretti 850 (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
Make | Honda | Moretti |
Model | Life | 850 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |