1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1953 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 6 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1953 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 1000 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
