1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 400 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
