2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 1970 Ford Escort. 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 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
