1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1964 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Taunus weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1964 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1964 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Taunus |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |