1979 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo 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 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | Honda | Moretti |
Model | Accord | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2160 mm |