1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 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, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 126 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
