1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 54 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
