1996 Honda CRX vs. 1971 Moretti 127
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 336 kg more than 1971 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1971 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | CRX | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
