2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1997 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Continental 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Panda, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 817 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1997 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
