2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 343 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Azure | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
