1982 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 11 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
