1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1957 Moretti 750
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 750. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Moretti 750 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
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:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1957 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Alpine | Moretti |
| Model | A 108 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2160 mm |
