1999 Ford Ka vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Ka weights approximately 34 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
