2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 761 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | CR-V | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
