1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Concerto | Ka |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |