2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 26 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 428 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
