2003 Ford Ka vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Quintet weights approximately 110 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, 1983 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Quintet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |