1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 18 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 250 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:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Moretti |
| Model | A 310 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
