2005 Ford Ka vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 132 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ka | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |