1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1970 Moretti Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Moretti Coupe. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1970 Moretti Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | A 40 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1850 mm |