1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1957 Moretti 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1957 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:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
Make | Alvis | Moretti |
Model | TA 21 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |