1970 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 6 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125.
Because 1970 Fiat 125 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 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 158 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 | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
