1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 286 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
