1957 Ford 12 M vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1974 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Carina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. 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:
| 1957 Ford 12 M | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | Carina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
