2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,753 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 308 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
