1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 6 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 1 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper weights approximately 114 kg more than 1957 Moretti 1200.
Because 1957 Moretti 1200 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 1957 Moretti 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper, 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.
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1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | Mini Cooper | 1200 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |