1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1958 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1958 Moretti 1200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Moretti 1200 (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 7 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1958 Moretti 1200.
Because 1958 Moretti 1200 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 1958 Moretti 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 1958 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | 7 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
