1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1979 Bristol 412
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1979 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | Monotipo | 412 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
