2006 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 82 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
