1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
