1998 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Moretti Coupe

To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 755 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Moretti Coupe 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 1968 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Accord 1968 Moretti Coupe
Make Honda Moretti
Model Accord Coupe
Year Released 1998 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Size 1849 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 26 HP
Torque 158 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 520 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3350 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1370 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 1850 mm


 

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