2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 812 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 1962 Moretti 500 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 1962 Moretti 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V, 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | CR-V | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |
