1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
