1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 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 229 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bristol 411 | 1981 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 411 | Civic |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1333 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |