1957 Ford Popular vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1967 Ford 12 M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 12 M (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 114 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Ford 12 M (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | 12 M |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |