1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 42 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 688 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 | 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 12 M | Raider |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 83 L |
