1949 Bristol 450 vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Simca 1200S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 450 (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1200S weights approximately 125 kg more than 1949 Bristol 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 450 | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | 450 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
