1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | 12 M | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
