1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1953 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 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, 1953 Moretti 1200 (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1953 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | A 35 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
