2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1990 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 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 43 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 2146 kg more than 1990 Innocenti 990. 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 (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1990 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Bantam | 990 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2050 mm |
