2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 132 weights approximately 57 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 Zastava 132 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 Zastava 132. 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 Zastava 132 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Bantam | 132 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
