1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
