1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
