1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 24 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 209 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Nissan Micra, 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 (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Micra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
