1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M 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 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 403 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 12 M | Chante |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
