1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Fellow | Ka |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
