1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
