1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1970 MG 1100
To start off, both 1970 Ford 12 M and 1970 MG 1100 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 MG 1100 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 12 M weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 MG 1100.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 MG 1100, 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, 1970 MG 1100 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford 12 M | 1970 MG 1100 | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | 12 M | 1100 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |