1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 64 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 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 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, 2012 Opel Corsa, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
