1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Stratos | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
