2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1958 Moretti 1200
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 51 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1958 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | B2300 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
