1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,297 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 57 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
