1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | CRX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |