1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 593 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
