1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne 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 253 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Mulsanne | Regata |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
