1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 632 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Ka |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
