1955 Bentley S1 vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bentley S1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bentley S1 would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bentley S1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bentley S1 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bentley S1 | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | S1 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4887 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |