1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 89 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus.
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 Volkswagen Fox, 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 Volkswagen Fox (156 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Fox |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
