1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 677 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
