1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 51 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1949 Bristol 402 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 402. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 402 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 402 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
