1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 66 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
