2003 Ford Ka vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 138 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ka | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
