1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |