2002 Ford Ka vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 37 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
