1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 13 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, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 15 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 12 M | 616 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
