1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 48 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 47 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, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Micra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
