1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 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 220 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 73 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
