1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 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 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1950 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Bristol 401 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Bristol | Lancia |
Model | 401 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |