1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. Both 1999 Ford Fiesta and 1976 Ford Taunus are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Taunus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |