2007 Ford Ka vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 32 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
