1996 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2012 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CRX | Ka |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |