2002 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
