1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 57 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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, 2005 Kia Rio, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 401 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| 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 | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
