1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 15 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 1,713 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 12 M weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | 12 M | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1713 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |