2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,753 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 373 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
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 Ford Bantam (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1488 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 745 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
