1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1975 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1000 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
