1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 41 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 285 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, 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
