1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1968 Seat 600
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 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1968 Seat 600. 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 Crown Victoria | 1968 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
