1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
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, 1985 Mazda 323, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 12 M | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
