2004 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 164 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
