1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 554 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
