2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 31 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Bantam | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
