1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1958 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1958 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Moretti |
| Model | A 310 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
