1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 406 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
