2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Bantam | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
