1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 40 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
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, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 12 M | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
