1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 54 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 535 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 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 400 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |
