1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | Mini Metro | 411 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
