2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
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 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Bantam | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
