1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1600 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
