1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto 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 196 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 744 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
