1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1969 Bristol 411 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
