1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 44 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bristol | Lada |
| Model | 400 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
