1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 411 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
