2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
