1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 45 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 189 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, 2005 Mazda 2, 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | 2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
