1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1952 Fiat 500
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1952 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. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1952 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
