1959 Ford 12 M vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 12 M.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1959 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 12 M | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 12 M | Life |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
