2009 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
