2003 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Honda Integra
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 Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 48 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 Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra 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 Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
