2004 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 321 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
