2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1986 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 305 (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 305.
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, 1986 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1986 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Bantam | 305 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
