2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 494 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
