1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
Because 1968 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Crown | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Crown | Ka |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
