1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 43 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 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 64 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, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taunus | Fit |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
