2009 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
