2000 Ford Ka vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 420 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Ka | Urraco |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 64.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |