1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 194 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 411 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
