1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
