1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Giulietta | Azure |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 96 L |