1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 898 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
| Model | XK | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
