1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 48 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 16 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo, 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 400 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |