1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 31 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 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 192 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino 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 | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | 12 M | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 30 L |
