2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300.
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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1300 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 | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 37 L |
