2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 404 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Seat 600 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Bantam | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
