1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 13 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | 12 M | Santana |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |