2001 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 334 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
