2006 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Renault 18 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
