2001 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ka weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
