2002 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1970 Moretti S Coupe has manual transmission. 1970 Moretti S Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1970 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Moretti |
| Model | NSX | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
