1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | Ritmo | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2746 mm |
