1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1979 Bristol 412 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Bristol | Simca |
Model | 412 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |