1988 Honda Legend vs. 1962 Moretti 500

To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 26 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 780 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, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 1962 Moretti 500
Make Honda Moretti
Model Legend 500
Year Released 1988 1962
Engine Size 2675 cc 477 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 35 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 1850 mm


 

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