2010 Ford Ka vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ka | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ka | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
