2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada 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 Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 114 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
