1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 48 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 180 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, 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
