1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1973 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 401 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
