1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 50 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 1950 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1950 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 401 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
