1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
