1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 38 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 152 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 411 | RIO |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
