1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1960 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Giulietta | Azure |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 402 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2970 mm |
