1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1956 Moretti 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | A 40 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
