1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,297 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTA | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
