1996 Ford Ka vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 173 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
