2009 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2009 Ford Ka (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Ka | Mille |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |