1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 84 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 1986 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 12 M | Colt |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
