2001 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 491 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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Rover 75 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | 75 | Bantam |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |