1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 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 210 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
