2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey 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 1972 Jensen Healey. 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Bantam | Healey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
