1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 411 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
