2001 Ford Ka vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Crown 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 1965 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
