1999 Ford Ka vs. 1969 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Ka 1969 Toyota Corona
Make Ford Toyota
Model Ka Corona
Year Released 1999 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 1831 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 51 L


 

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