1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2010 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 107 is newer by 61 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 107. 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, 2010 Peugeot 107, 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, 1949 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2010 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
