2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,297 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 843 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
