1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 56 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |
