1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Bristol | Daewoo |
Model | 401 | Nubira |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |