1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 34 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Because 1949 Bristol 401 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 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta, 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 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 401 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
