1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 370 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, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Prelude | 1963 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Prelude | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
