1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 473 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
