2003 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 107 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
