2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 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 187 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Blenheim | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
