2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 47 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 184 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, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
