2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1960 Seat 1400 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 1960 Seat 1400. 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Bantam | 1400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |