2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa 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 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | Visa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
