1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 51 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, 2011 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2011 Hyundai Atos, 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 (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taunus | Atos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
