1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1953 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1958 Abarth 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,208 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1953 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
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:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1953 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 750 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
