2007 Ford Ka vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 400 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
