Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Ford Fiesta Van
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Ford Fiesta Van is a small panel van based on the ford fiesta supermini.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Ford Fiesta Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 1.5 TDCi diesel (as listed) |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | - |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | - |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | - |
| Transmission | - | Manual, front-wheel drive |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Ford Fiesta Van. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R Type if...
A 1950s Bentley saloon kept today as a collector's classic rather than a daily driver. Coachbuilt examples with bodies by houses like H.J. Mulliner command the most interest and are typically kept in specialist covered storage.
Listed by
- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the Fiesta Van if...
A car-based small van rather than a purpose-built commercial, aimed at tradespeople who want low running costs and easy parking over outright load space. It suits light tools and small deliveries, not bulky loads.
Full Fiesta Van specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Ford Fiesta Van?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Ford Fiesta Van is a small panel van based on the Ford Fiesta supermini.
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