2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 620i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 620i would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Bantam | 620i |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
