1959 Moretti 1200 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Moretti 1200.
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, 1979 Talbot 1510, 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 Moretti 1200 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Moretti | Talbot |
| Model | 1200 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
