1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 50 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1998 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
Model | 401 | Neon |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |