2003 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 248 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 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
