2006 Honda Element vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 37 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 375 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, 2006 Honda Element, 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Element | SS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
