2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
