2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Alto, 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Azure | 1984 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Bentley | Suzuki |
| Model | Azure | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2160 mm |
