1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 63 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, 2011 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1, 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, 2011 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2011 Audi A1 | |
Make | Bristol | Audi |
Model | 401 | A1 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |