1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taunus | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
