1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Moretti 850
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Moretti 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1964 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Prelude | 850 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
