2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 200 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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Bantam | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
