1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, 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, 2005 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
