1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | X1-9 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
