2000 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
