2000 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
