1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1970 Fiat 125
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 780 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125. 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1970 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Blenheim | 125 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
