1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 15 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 31 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, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 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 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 12 M | 9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
