1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 400 (79 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
