1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1976 Honda Accord
To start off, 1976 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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, 1976 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Accord 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 5 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord.
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, 1976 Honda Accord, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford 12 M | 1976 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 12 M | Accord |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |