2003 Ford Ka vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 112 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |