1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1971 Moretti 127
To start off, 1971 Moretti 127 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Moretti 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Moretti 127 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1971 Moretti 127.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. 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, 1951 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1971 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | 1400 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
