1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1966 Ford 12 M

To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 28 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), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 360 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Scorpio 1966 Ford 12 M
Make Ford Ford
Model Scorpio 12 M
Year Released 1994 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 108 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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