2007 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 77 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2007 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
