1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 48 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taunus | H1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
