1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 36 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 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 111 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
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, 1996 Fiat Duna, 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, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Duna | Taunus |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |