1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford 12 M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford 12 M | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | 12 M | Cortina |
Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |