1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 146 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
