1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 515 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 12 M | Clio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
