1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Azure | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |
