2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona 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 10 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 36 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |