2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Blenheim | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2240 mm |
