2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP) has 471 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental GT | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
