1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 365 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 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, 1999 Honda Prelude, 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude 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 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 12 M | Prelude |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |