2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126.
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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Arnage | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 20 L |
