1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 235 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird 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 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
