1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
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, 1975 Subaru Leone, 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 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford 12 M | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | 12 M | Leone |
Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |