2006 Ford Ka vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 207 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
