2006 Ford Ka vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 2006 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2300 mm |
