1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 38 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
