1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 468 kg more than 1957 Moretti 1200.
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:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Cortina | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
