1958 Moretti 1200 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1958 Moretti 1200 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Moretti | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
