1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 40 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 280 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, 2008 Opel Agila, 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, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila 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 | 2008 Opel Agila | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | 12 M | Agila |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |