1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 616 | Ka |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |