1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 51 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, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Bristol | Lada |
Model | 400 | Niva |
Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1210 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 | 42 L |