1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 7 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 1,638 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1638 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
