2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1965 Triumph Vitesse 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 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Bantam | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
