1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 14 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
