2003 Ford Ka vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 37 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |