2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 318 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Bantam | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 980 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
