1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 749 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Fellow | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
