1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 24 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 1,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 12 M weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Opti | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
