2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 194 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1565 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 56 L |
