1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 12 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
