1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 54 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 13 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 1948 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 401 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
