1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 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 44 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | 12 M | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
