1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 38 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 36 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Duna | Taunus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |