2004 Ford Ka vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 413 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
