1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 39 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Vitz |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |