1994 Honda Today vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 334 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Today | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
