2005 Ford Ka vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 605 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.
Because 1979 Holden GTS 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 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ka | GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
