1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1966 Ford 12 M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 360 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | Crown |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
