1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
