1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 749 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 Lancia Thesis, 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 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Taunus | Thesis |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |