1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 53 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 402 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Bristol | Lada |
Model | 402 | 2123 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |