1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 28 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, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 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 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | 12 M | 100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
