1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 1,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 8V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 106 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Because 1952 Fiat 8V 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 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 1952 Fiat 8V (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 8V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 8V | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
