1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 785 kg more than 1956 Moretti 1200. 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:
| 1967 Mercury Cougar | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Moretti |
| Model | Cougar | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
