1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 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 133 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 1600 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2910 mm |
