1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Moretti 127
To start off, 1972 Moretti 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Moretti 127 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1972 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 1300 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
