1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt 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 219 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1984 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 411 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
