1954 Austin Princess vs. 1959 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1959 Moretti 1200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 1200. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 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 Austin Princess | 1959 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | Princess | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2360 mm |
