2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Consul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
