2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
