2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Bantam | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
