1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 4 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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 Fairthorpe Electron | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Moretti |
Model | Electron | 1200 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 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 | 490 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |