2005 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
