1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Moretti 750
To start off, 1957 Moretti 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 750. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1957 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | A 40 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |
