2007 Ford Ka vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. Both 2007 Ford Ka and 1994 Ford Aspire are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ka | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
