1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 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 136 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 412 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
