2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 600 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
