2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 67 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Because 1986 Lotus Excel 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 1986 Lotus Excel. 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, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Bantam | Excel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2174 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 31 L |
