1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | 126 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
