1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 500 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, 2002 Peugeot 406, 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 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 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | 12 M | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
