1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Azure | Strada |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 91 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 55.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |