2003 Ford Ka vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 112 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
