1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1978 Ford Cortina is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 535 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:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Cortina | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
