1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1961 Moretti 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Moretti 500. 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | A 40 | 500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |