1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 541 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 12 M | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
