1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 746 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | 133 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2746 mm |
