1996 Ford Ka vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 43 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
