1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1979 Bristol 412 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S 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 63 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 412 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
