1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Ka |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |