1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
Model | 400 | Galant |
Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |