1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Corona | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corona | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
