1996 Ford Ka vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ka (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 178 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 32 L |
