1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 25 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, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
