1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 128 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | 12 M | Horizon |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |