1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 39 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 411 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
