1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 114 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2012 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
