1999 Tata Estate vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Because 1999 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Tata Estate | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Tata | Ford |
Model | Estate | Bantam |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |