1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 54 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3, 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
