1986 Fiat Regata vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1986 Fiat Regata is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 46 kg more than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Regata, 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Regata | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Regata | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
