1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |