1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1750 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
