2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 145 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |
