1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1967 Renault Dauphine is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 401 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1967 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Bristol | Renault |
Model | 401 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |