1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 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 21 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 401 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
