2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1968 Moretti SS
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti SS would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti SS.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1968 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | S2000 | SS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
