1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
