1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 42 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 21 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Bristol 401 (145 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 401 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
