2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan 4 (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Morgan 4.
Because 1967 Morgan 4 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 1967 Morgan 4. 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, 1967 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Bantam | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
