1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1990 Ford Fiesta and 2012 Ford Bantam are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 74 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Bantam |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |