2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 632 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Bantam | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1470 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
