1957 Moretti 1200 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1978 Porsche 930 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1957 Moretti 1200 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Moretti | Porsche |
| Model | 1200 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 296 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
