2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta 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.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2290 mm |