1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka, 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Ka |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
