1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 39 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 199 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, 2009 Nissan Micra, 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra 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 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Micra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
