1966 Moretti 750S Berlina vs. 1959 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1966 Moretti 750S Berlina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 750S Berlina. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 750S Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 Moretti 750S Berlina. 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:
| 1966 Moretti 750S Berlina | 1959 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | 750S Berlina | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
