1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 412 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |