2008 Honda NSX vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 681 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1962 Moretti 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Moretti 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | NSX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2160 mm |
