1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 146 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.
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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider 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 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | 12 M | Spider |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |