1959 Moretti 1200 vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, both 1959 Moretti 1200 and 1959 Talbot Lago America were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Talbot Lago America (81 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 1200. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
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 Moretti 1200 | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Moretti | Talbot |
| Model | 1200 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 81 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
