1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1677 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
