1996 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 318 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1996 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
