2005 Ford Ka vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 156 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
