1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 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 38 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1948 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 401 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 32 L |
