2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Morgan 4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Bantam | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
