1952 Buick 40 vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1956 Moretti 1200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1956 Moretti 1200. 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:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | Moretti |
| Model | 40 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2360 mm |
