1968 Moretti SS vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti SS would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti SS.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti SS | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | SS | Citi |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
