1956 Moretti 1200 vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1966 Moretti 2500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1956 Moretti 1200 | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | 1200 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
