2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Tigra weights approximately 35 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, 1999 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Bantam | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
