2005 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
