1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, both 1966 Ford 12 M and 1966 Lancia Flavia were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1966 Ford 12 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | 12 M | Flavia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |