1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1949 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Fiat | Bentley |
Model | 500 | Continental |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |