2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 54 L |
