1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 24 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 2012 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 984 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 |
