1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 69 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 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taunus | Baleno |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |