1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Moretti 1200
To start off, both 1959 Citroen 2CV and 1959 Moretti 1200 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 1200 (55 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti 1200 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 1959 Moretti 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | 2CV | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
