1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
