1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 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 101 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Bristol | Tata |
Model | 412 | Indica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |