1953 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (68 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 475 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 Ford Consul | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Consul | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 68 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
