1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1953 Fiat 500
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1953 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Brooklands | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2010 mm |
