2003 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 156 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (133 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
