1977 Mazda Cosmo 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 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Because 1977 Mazda Cosmo 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 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Cosmo | Bantam |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |