2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Because 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bantam | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
