1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1968 Moretti SS
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti SS.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1968 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Crown Victoria | SS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
