1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
