1997 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
