1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1955 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1955 Moretti 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,208 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Moretti 1200 (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1955 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | A 40 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
