1996 Ford Ka vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi Fox weights approximately 4 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.
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, 1975 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ka | Fox |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
