2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1996 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Bantam | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
