1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 34 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. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 412 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
