2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1905 kg more than 1948 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. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2010 mm |
