2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam.
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, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Bantam | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
