1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 12 M | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
