2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 850 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental T | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
