2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 35 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 520 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Centauri | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
