1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 34 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 155 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bristol 411 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | 411 | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |