1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
