1996 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 232 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
