1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 800 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta 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 | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 12 M | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
