1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 52 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | 401 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |