1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 770 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 12 M | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
