1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 24 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 238 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tempra | 12 M |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |