2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 30 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 106 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Bantam | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
