1999 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Ka weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
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, 1999 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
