1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 1000 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
