1977 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 109 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 1977 Ford Escort. 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
