1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Ka |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1247 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |