1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 976 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 126 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Fiat | Bentley |
Model | 126 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3266 mm |