2003 Ford Ka vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (73 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Ka | 88 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |