1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2008 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 59 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400.
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, 2008 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2008 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
