2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 76 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Bantam | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
