2005 Ford Ka vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka.
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, 2005 Ford Ka (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Ka | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
