1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Ka |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |