2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Bantam |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1753 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1118 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |