1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 176 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTA | Ka |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |