1967 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Because 1967 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
