1998 Honda NSX vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 660 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Moretti |
Model | NSX | 1100 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |