1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 119 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taunus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
