1957 Moretti 1200 vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1957 Moretti 1200 is newer by 1 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. Both 1957 Moretti 1200 and 1956 Moretti 1200 are equipped with a 1,204 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1957 Moretti 1200 | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | 1200 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
