1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental

To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP) has 551 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1500 2013 Bentley Continental
Make Fiat Bentley
Model 1500 Continental
Year Released 1959 2013
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 5998 cc
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 80 HP 631 HP
Torque 104 Nm 800 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 2430 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4804 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2194 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1393 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2745 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 90 L


 

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