1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Moretti 127
To start off, 1970 Moretti 127 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Moretti 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Moretti 127 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 40 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1970 Moretti 127.
Because 1958 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Moretti 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1970 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | A 40 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2460 mm |
