2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 310 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Opa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
