1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Bantam |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |