2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 124 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 1980 Lotus Eclat 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 1980 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Bantam | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
