1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti 2500 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 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Prelude | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
