1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Because 1953 AC 2-Litre 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 2-Litre | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
