1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1569 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
