1996 Ford Ka vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 58 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
