2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1971 Moretti 127
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1971 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 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 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Moretti 127, 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1971 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | S2000 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
