2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lancia Beta 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 1978 Lancia Beta. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Bantam | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
