1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | 128 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2240 mm |
