1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 58 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 402 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |