2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1996 Fiat Brava

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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 Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 1996 Fiat Brava
Make Bentley Fiat
Model Continental Flying Spur Brava
Year Released 2009 1996
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1579 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 5310 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 63 L


 

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