1953 Moretti 1200 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
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 Moretti 1200 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Moretti | Morgan |
| Model | 1200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1208 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
