1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 20 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 481 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Taunus | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
