1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 114 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Eagle | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
