1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 42 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 35 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | 400 | Uno |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |