1956 Moretti 1200 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 56 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1097 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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3200 mm |
