1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M.
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, 2010 Audi A3, 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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 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 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 12 M | A3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
