1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | 850 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2746 mm |
