1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Colt is newer by 26 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 373 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, 1993 Plymouth 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, 1993 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth 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 | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | 12 M | Colt |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
