2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
