2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1959 Fiat 1200

To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 752 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bentley Arnage 1959 Fiat 1200
Make Bentley Fiat
Model Arnage 1200
Year Released 2004 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6752 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 401 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 83 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 8.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2655 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 38 L


 

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