1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Seat Altea

To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 669 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 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ford Taunus 2008 Seat Altea
Make Ford Seat
Model Taunus Altea
Year Released 1960 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1758 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 996 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2590 mm


 

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