1996 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 510 kg more than 1967 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Moretti 850S 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 1967 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Civic | 850S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
