1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Mazda 121
To start off, 1994 Mazda 121 is newer by 21 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 217 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1994 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
