1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 327 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1915 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1968 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1968 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1300 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |
