1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 250 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Mulsanne | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 35 L |
