1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 35 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Moco |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
