2001 Ford Ka vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ka weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ka | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |
