2006 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 101 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
