2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 35 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 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1875 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental GT | 128 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
