1996 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 8 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight.
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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
