1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
