2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. 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, 1981 Renault 4, 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 (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 813 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1981 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1981 Renault 4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
