1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 505 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 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester 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 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | 12 M | Forester |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
