1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 34 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 903 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, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime 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 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 12 M | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
