1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (94 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 539 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
