1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 55 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
Model | 400 | Ignis |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |