2000 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 520 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Moretti 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1962 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Honda | Moretti |
Model | Civic | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |