1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 56 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 2005 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Bristol | Daewoo |
Model | 401 | Lanos |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |