2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1981 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental 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 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda, 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 817 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1981 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 843 cc |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 40 L |
