1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 M | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
