1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 40 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 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 401 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
