1956 Moretti 1200 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1956 Moretti 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1956 Moretti 1200.
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 Moretti 1200 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Moretti | Porsche |
| Model | 1200 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
