1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda, 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 401 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
