1946 Ford Taunus vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1956 Moretti 1200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (68 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1946 Ford Taunus. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1946 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Ford Taunus weights approximately 255 kg more than 1956 Moretti 1200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1946 Ford Taunus | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Taunus | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
