1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 37 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, 1950 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Citroen AX, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 401 | AX |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
