2004 Honda Element vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 253 kg more than 1965 Moretti 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Moretti 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Element | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
