1996 Ford Ka vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 37 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ka | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |