1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bristol 411 | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | 411 | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1950 mm |