1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
