1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 131 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) has 349 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1981 Seat 131. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1981 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1981 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1981 Seat 131 | |
Make | Bentley | Seat |
Model | Azure | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |