1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Legram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Legram (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka.
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, 1996 Fiat Legram (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Legram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Legram | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Legram | Ka |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
