1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
