1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 572 kg more than 1960 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Moretti 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | S-MX | 750 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
