1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Berline | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Bantam |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |