2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 43 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 84 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Siena, 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, 2003 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
