1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 412 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
