1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 49 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 555 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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Carens |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |