1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Taunus | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1810 mm |
