1954 Moretti 1200 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, both 1954 Moretti 1200 and 1954 Rover P4 were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1954 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 Moretti 1200 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Moretti | Rover |
| Model | 1200 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1208 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
