1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1068 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 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Taunus | Stavic |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |