1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
