1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
