1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
