1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio 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 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | Palio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 54 L |
