1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 144 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Taunus | Panda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
