1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 389 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 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taunus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
