1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Ballade weights approximately 146 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Moretti 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Ballade | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 18 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1850 mm |
