1966 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1966 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Taunus | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
