1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Mulsanne | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2240 mm |
