1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 42 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1948 Bristol 401 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 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 401 | Corsica |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |