1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Honda Integra

To start off, 2001 Honda Integra is newer by 41 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), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 234 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.

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, 2001 Honda Integra, 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, 2001 Honda Integra (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ford Taunus 2001 Honda Integra
Make Ford Honda
Model Taunus Integra
Year Released 1960 2001
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 160 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L