1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Taunus weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1961 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taunus | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |