1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 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 206 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
