1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
