2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Multipla (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
