1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taunus | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
