1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 1300 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
