1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 58 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 205 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400.
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, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
