1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Ford 12 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford 12 M | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | 12 M | 312 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |