2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 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 388 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1915 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. 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. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1946 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1946 Fiat 500 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:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2010 mm |
