2009 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 427 kg more than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti S Coupe 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 1965 Moretti S Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti S Coupe has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti S Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Civic | 1965 Moretti S Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Moretti |
Model | Civic | S Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |