2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127, 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Bentley Azure | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Azure | 127 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 67.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2230 mm |