2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | 131 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2500 mm |
