1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 6 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 (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Moretti |
| Model | Appia | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
