1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 850 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
