1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1709 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | Panda | Continental |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 90 L |
