1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2001 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 53 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia, 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2001 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
