1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 36 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | Today |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |