2009 Ford Ka vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 334 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.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
