2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,297 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 935 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |
