2005 Ford Ka vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 223 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, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
