2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 414 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti SS 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 1969 Moretti SS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Pilot | SS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
