1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 40 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 112 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taunus | Lupo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |