1955 Moretti 1200 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1955 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Moretti 1200 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Moretti | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1208 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
