1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1955 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1955 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1955 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1955 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | 190 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
