2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1946 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Opel Ascona 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 1971 Opel Ascona. 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 (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Bantam | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
