1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 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 386 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 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 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
