2007 Ford Ka vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 7 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |