1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Almera is newer by 32 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Almera weights approximately 193 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, 1999 Nissan Almera, 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, 1999 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Almera 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 | 1999 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Almera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
