1996 Ford Ka vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 82 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 1976 Nissan Silvia 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 1976 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1976 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
