2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | 128 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
