1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1957 Moretti 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Moretti 1200 (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 750 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
