1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 38 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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Taunus weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |