1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1955 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 402 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 402 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 402 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 65 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 402. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola 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 402 (145 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 402 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |
