1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 50 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, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Bristol | Lada |
Model | 401 | Niva |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |