1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 33 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 400 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |