1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 43 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 401 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
