1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1973 Zastava 2101 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 6 kg more than 1973 Zastava 2101.
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, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Taunus | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
