1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 47 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 630 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 401 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
