1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1957 Moretti 750
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 750. (47 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1957 Moretti 750. 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1957 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 1000 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
