2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1795 kg more than 1948 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. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Arnage | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2010 mm |
