1956 Moretti 1200 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 48 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 700 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 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Moretti | Rover |
| Model | 1200 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
