2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Bantam 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 (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Bantam | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
