1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 314 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Bravo | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | 12 M |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |