1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
