1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1982 Lancia Trevi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1982 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Trevi 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 | 1982 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 12 M | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
