1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 652 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis, 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, 2009 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taunus | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
