1949 Austin 16 vs. 1960 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1960 Moretti 1200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 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:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1960 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | 16 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
