2008 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
