1996 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 is newer by 14 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada 111 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada 111 weights approximately 222 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, 2010 Lada 111 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2010 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Ka | 111 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
