2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada 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 296 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Continental T 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 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental T | Strada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
