1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 57 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| 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 | 994 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
