1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1979 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Arnage | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2460 mm |
