1981 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Moretti 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Moretti 1100 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 1963 Moretti 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1963 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2160 mm |
