1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 495 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Altea, 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 400 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
