1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bentley Brooklands 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 1994 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Brooklands | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
