1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. 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, 1998 Fiat Brava, 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Arnage | Brava |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 63 L |