1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 975 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 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 12 M | Retona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
