1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 102 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
