1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1973 Moretti 127
To start off, 1973 Moretti 127 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Moretti 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Moretti 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Moretti 127 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 600 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Moretti 127.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Moretti 127, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Moretti 127 (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Moretti 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1973 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | 600 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
