1994 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Ka |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 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 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
