1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 215 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Appia | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
