1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
