1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 396 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 700 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 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
